Traditionally (and often very rightly) pit bulls are considered extremely aggressive and dangerous dogs. Sophie Gamand, a photographer from France, decided to show their bright side by shooting a series of portraits of dogs called "The Power of Flowers".
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1. Sophie Gamand shot all the heroes of her portraits in an animal shelter.
The Power of colors: the reverse side of Pit bulls
2. "In my opinion, the fact that these dogs are considered psychopaths is a myth," Sophie Gamand is sure.
The Power of colors: the reverse side of Pit bulls
3. At the same time, she admits: at first it was difficult for her to overcome the fear of these dogs.
The Power of colors: the reverse side of Pit bulls
4. Gradually, Sophie Gamand managed to cope with distrust - even though she was attacked by a large dog as a child.
The Power of colors: the reverse side of Pit bulls
5. "The more time I spent with model dogs, the more comfortable I felt. All dogs are different, and the pit bulls I met in shelters are amazing and loving animals," says Sophie Gamand now.
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6. She hopes that people will be able to overcome their prejudices about pit bulls.
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